PROOFREADING

Proofreading is a final check to correct mistakes or inconsistencies in your document's text and layout. We can also check the figures in data-heavy documents.

RESULTS

After proofreading, your document will:

have correct and consistent spelling, grammar and punctuation

be laid out consistently, with no errors or missing elements

conform with your organisation's style conventions.

WHEN IT's SUITABLE

Choose proofreading when you're already happy with the document. It should be close to its final form and may have been signed off. Proofreading is most useful after design or uploading to the web, when problems with layout and links can be found and corrected.

Proofreading doesn't affect organisation or style – so it won't convert your document into plain English. For plain English editing, choose a comprehensive or style edit.